Nostalgia Tonight with Joe Sibilia

Nostalgia Tonight with Joe Sibilia | 10-11-26

Joe Sibilia opens this broadcast of "Nostalgia Tonight" discussing the Halloween season in full swing and remembering Halloween costumes of the past, including his sister's "Pumpkin Clown" that he used as the basis for a horror film in high school. Later, Joe is joined by Kathy Garver, best remembered for playing Cissy on "Family Affair," to discuss her acting career in films such as "The Ten Commandments" and appearing on "The Bing Crosby Show." Joe takes you inside his vault to revisit excerpts from his 2024 "Friars Club Podcast" interview with Matt Iseman, host of "American Ninja Warrior," who shares memories of his time on "Clean House" and the Friars Club roast of Dennis Rodman. Joe comes full circle, talking about some of the history behind the vintage Ben Cooper Halloween costume made in Brooklyn.

Nostalgia Tonight with Joe Sibilia | 10-4-2026

This week, Joe is joined by Todd Barbee, the voice of Charlie Brown in several of the classic "Peanuts" specials (including "A Charlie Brown Thanksgiving") in honor of the 76th anniversary of the debut of the "Peanuts" comic strip on October 2nd. Todd talks about how he was first cast in a "Peanuts" special, the fame he attained as the voice of Charlie Brown, working with "Peanuts" creator Charles Schulz, meeting the other voices of Charlie Brown, recording the voices for the shows, life after "Peanuts," getting to know Flip Wilson, and why he only now receives residuals for the shows he did over 50 years ago.

Nostalgia Tonight with Joe Sibilia | 9-27-2026

Joe Sibilia looks back on the life and career of Clarence Nash, the original voice of Donald Duck in the latest "Voices of the Past" segment, featuring new interviews with Tony Anselmo, the current voice of Donald Duck and protege of Clarence Nash, and J.B. Kaufman, Disney historian who is writing a biography of Clarence Nash. 

Later, Joe talks with Zachary Levi about his latest film, "The Fix" with Liam Neeson, working with Stan Lee, his roles as Shazam and in the Marvel Cinematic Universe, and being cast as Flynn Rider in Disney's "Tangled."

Then, Joe goes over to Connors and Sullivan for another edtion of "Estate Planning Gone Wrong" with Mike Connors.

Nostalgia Tonight with Joe Sibilia | 9-20-2026

Joe opens the show getting nostalgic about his grandmother, Helen Sibilia, who turned 102 on Saturday. Joe welcomes Danny "Count" Koker, star of "Counting Cars" on History Channel, back to the show to discuss how Danny went from being Rick Harrison's automotive expert on "Pawn Stars" to starring in his own reality show, his background in television production, the truth about B stories on reality shows, the old days of Las Vegas, working with Jerry Lewis on the MDA Telethon, and much more. Later, Joe talks with Zooey Deschanel about her upcoming concerts in New York City, her roles in films such as "Elf," "Almost Famous," and "Bridge to Terabithia," and much more.

Nostalgia Tonight with Joe Sibilia | 9-13-2026

On this episode of "Nostalgia Tonight," Joe takes a somber turn as he reflects on 25 years since 9/11. Joe talks with Bill Cadmus, a 9/11 survivor who escaped the 83rd floor of the World Trade Center; Tiffany Pryce, Joe's neighbor in Bloomfield, NJ whose father, Audley Pryce, escaped the 69th floor of the World Trade Center on 9/11; And Jenna Cianci, Joe's Kindergarten teacher at St. Thomas the Apostle school on 9/11.

Nostalgai Tonight with Joe Sibilia | 9-6-2026

Joe Sibilia is joined by Rick Saphire, Jerry Lewis' former manager and the author of "The Real Jerry Lewis Story," to discuss the 60th anniversary of the MDA Labor Day Telethon, participating in the earliest telethons hosted by Dean Martin and Jerry Lewis in the 1950s, and much more. Later, Joe is joined by Steve Guttenberg to discuss his new movie "American Summer," working with the likes of Don Ameche and Col. Harland Sanders, and passing on the lead role in "Sharknado."

Nostalgia Tonight with Joe Sibilia | 8-31-2026

Joe Sibilia opens the show remembering Dolly Parton and Tim Curry, who passed away this week. Later, Joe is joined by Linda Kaplan Thaler, Advertising Hall of Fame inductee, founder of the Kaplan Thaler Group, and the author of "My Life in 30 Seconds." Joe and Linda discuss the creation o fthe Aflac Duck, the casting (and later re-casting) of Gilbert Gottfried as the voice of the duck, the nationwide search for a new voice, Gilbert Gottfried performing at her kid's 6th grade graduation, writing the Toys "R" Us jingle, working under James Patterson before his celebrity as an author, and much more.

Nostalgia Tonight with Joe Sibilia | 8-23-2026

Joe Sibilia opens the show talking about his obsession with "bootleg characters"- unlicensed, knock-off costumed characters of cartoon characters and puppets like Barney, Snow White, Elmo, and Mickey Mouse. Joe shares some memories of Regis Philbin in observance of what would be his 95th birthday on August 25th, shared by guests such as Marshall Lichterman, Marc Summers, Mike Schur, Ruta Lee, and Mark Malkoff. Later, Joe comments on an old educational film called "Good Eating Habits" and talks with Mike Connors of Connors & Sullivan for another edition of "Estate Planning Gone Wrong."

Nostalgia Tonight with Joe Sibilia | 8-16-2026

Joe opens the show talking about his "King of the Hill"-themed "promposal" from his senior year of high school. Joe goes inside his vault and shares clips from his 2022 "Friars Club Podcast" interview with Bob Costas, who shares stories of Conan O'Brien, David Letterman, Johnny Carson, and others. Later, Joe chats with Lauren Tom, voice actress on "Futurama" and "King of the Hill," and closes the show observing National Rollercoaster Day.

Nostalgia Tonight with Joe Sibilia | 8-9-2026

Bill Carter, former New York Times television and media writer, LateNighter editor-at-large, and author of "The Late Shift" and "The War for Late Night," talks with Joe Sibilia about his friendship with the late Peter Lassally, executive producer of "The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson" and "The Late Show with David Letterman," as well as landing his interview with Johnny Carson for "The Late Shift" and his hot takes on late night television. 

Later, Joe pays a visit to Mike Connors at Connors & Sullivan for another edition of "Estate Planning Gone Wrong."

Nostalgia Tonight with Joe Sibilia | 8-2-2026

This week on "Nostalgia Tonight," Joe Sibilia opens the show talking about his attempt to meet and interview Seth MacFarlane at the Paley Center in New York City in 2017. Joe talks with actor & comedian Patrick Warburton, best known for his roles as Puddy on "Seinfeld," Joe Swanson on "Family Guy," and Kronk in Disney's "The Emperor's New Groove." Joe and Patrick discuss why he decided to start doing stand-up again after 40 years, the impact of his "Seinfeld" role on his career, working with Seth MacFarlane, his various Disney voice over roles, making out with Carol Burnett on TV, and having lunch with Bea Arthur. 

Later, Joe talks with Charlene Tilton, the actress best remembered for her role as Lucy Ewing on "Dallas" about her appearance on MeTV's "Collector's Call," being cast on "Dallas," her connection with Larry Hagman, working with Peggy Fleming on "Fantasy Island," dancing with Fred Astaire while working at the Egyptian Theater in Hollywood, hosting the infamous episode of "Saturday Night Live" where Charles Rocket cursed and Prince performed, and her disastrous appearance on "The Mike Douglas Show."

Nostalgia Tonight with Joe Sibilia | 7-26-26

On this week's broadcast of "Nostalgia Tonight with Joe Sibilia," Joe welcomes back his friend, legendary television host Marc Summers, as he celebrates 40 years of "Double Dare" with a reunion show at City Winery in Philadelphia on October 4th, followed by a pay-per-view webcast of the sthow on October 31st. Joe and Marc reminisce about "Double Dare," the show's move to Nickelodeon Studios at Universal Studios Orlando, Marc's chance to interview and slime Steven Spielberg, and Joe reunites Marc with Matthew Sambolin, who was a contestant on an infamous episode of "Double Dare that never made it to air. 

Plus, Marc learns the Price is WRONG from Bob Barker, takes Chuck Barris to task for "The Gong Show," praises game show producer Mark Goodson, dishes the dirt on Joey Bishop, plays "Pies in the Pants" with Regis Philbin, interviews Hugh Downs, and remembers some bizarre surprise parties from his Food Network show "It's a Surprise."

Nostalgia Tonight with Joe Sibilia | 7-19-2026

This week on "Nostalgia Tonight with Joe Sibilia," Joe talks with Anthony C. Ferrante, the director of the "Sharknado" films about his latest film, "Water Park Shark," the label "So bad, it's good," directing Richard Kind, and much more. In honor of the 75th anniversary of Walt Disney's "Alice in Wonderland," you'll go inside Joe Sibilia's vault to hear Joe's 2017 interview with Kathryn Beaumont, the voice of Alice and the voice of Wendy in Walt Disney's "Peter Pan." 

This week's guest:

James Curtis, author of "Comedy is a Grim Business: The Making of 'It's a Mad, Mad, Mad, Mad World'"

Topic: How the film got started; Stanley Kramer and "The 5,000 Fingers of Dr. T"; The reception of "It's a Mad, Mad, Mad, Mad World" on the heels of the John F. Kennedy assassination; Casting the Fire Chief; The origins of the Big W

Nostalgia Tonight with Joe Sibilia | 7-5-2026

Monologue: 

Fourth of July movies to watch- "Jaws" and "Jersey Shore Shark Attack"

Guest:

Bobby Valli, singer, entertainer, and brother of Frankie Valli

Topic: His "America" song; Growing up as Frankie Valli's younger brother; Getting his hair cut by Joe Pesci; His friendship with Frank Vincent; Frankie the Fly; Forging his own musical identity as a singer and entertainer

Fourth of July memories- Barbecues, Nathan's Hot Dog Eating Contest, and Dad's Dangerous Fireworks Extravaganza

Nostalgia Tonight with Joe Sibilia | 6-28-2026

Joe Sibilia hosts a special broadcast of "Nostalgia Tonight" from Times Square, and celebrates the history of broadcasting and entertainment from the Crossroads of the World with special guests Mark Malkoff, host of the "Inside Late Night" podcast for LateNighter and author of "Love Johnny Carson," and Bradley Clarke, host of "The Game Show Starring Bradley Clarke" who has worked behind-the-scenes on game shows including "Tic Tac Dough," "Match Game," and "Pyramid."

Joe, Mark, and Bradley discuss shows that emanated from the Crossroads of the World and the surrounding area, including "The Tonight Show" and "The Price is Right" from the Hudson Theater, "Who Do You Trust?" and "The Merv Griffin Show" from the Little Theater (now the Hayes Theater), "The Late Show," "To Tell The Truth," and "What's My Line" from the Ed Sullivan Theater, and much more! Plus, Joe hosts an off-the-rails game of "Times Square Truth or Dare"!

Nostalgia Tonight with Joe Sibilia | 6-21-2026

Monologue:

Celebrating Father's Day

Guests:

Patricia Heaton, actress best remembered as Debra Barone on "Everbody Loves Raymond" and Frankie Heck on "The Middle"

Topic: Her new line of Solubre non-alcoholic wine; Working with Katherine Helmond, Robert Culp, and Dick Van Dyke; How the cast of "Everybody Loves Raymond" became a family; Being in New York City on 9/11

John Ratzenberger, actor best remembered for his roles as Cliff Clavin on "Cheers" and as the voice of several characers in nearly every Pixar animated film

Topic: Working at Pixar as the voice of Hamm the Piggy Bank in the "Toy Story" films; Co-starring with James Cagney in "Ragtime"; Meeting Steve Jobs while working at Pixar; The "Cheers" bar auction; "Toy Story 5" now in theaters

Joe Sibilia revisits his final interview with comedian Tom Dreesen from "The Friars Club Podcast," where Tom discusses his childhood, Frank Sinatra, David Letterman, and how he became involved with the Friars Club.

Nostalgia Tonight with Joe Sibilia | 6-14-2026

Monologue: Regis Philbin's influence on Joe Sibilia

Guests: 

Englebert Humperdinck, legendary singer and entertainer known as the "King of Romance"

Topic: His new single "I've Got You"; Appearing on "This is Your Life"; Friendship with Jerry Lewis and Dean Martin; His recurring nightmare

Michael Schur, creator of "Parks and Recreation," "Brooklyn Nine-Nine," & "The Good Place," and Joe Posnanski, bestselling sportswriter

Topic: Their new book "Big Fan: Two Friends, 82,490 Miles, and the Wild, Wonderful Sports We Love"; Pickleball and Chess; Mike Schur remembers his father-in-law Regis Philbin; How Mike Schur and Joe Posnanski began co-hosting "The PosCast"

Mike Connors, attorney at Connors & Sullivan and host of "Ask the Lawyer" on AM 970 The Answer

Topic: "Estate Planning Gone Wrong"

Nostalgia Tonight with Joe Sibilia | 5-31-2026

Joe celebrates Dean Martin's birthday talking about singing with Dean's daughter Deana Martin at 18 years old and revisits a clip from his Friars Club Podcast interview with John Stamos recalling the one-word career advice he received from Dean Martin.

Guest: Jeff Bergman, the voice of Bugs Bunny, Fred Flintstone, Yogi Bear, Daffy Duck, Barney Rubble, and many other cartoon favorites

Topic: Working with Bill Hanna on "Jetsons: The Movie"; Working with Seth MacFarlane on "Family Guy"; Doing voices on the animated 1960s-style "Batman" films; The two voices Jeff would love to do but hasn't yet

Joe talks about the merits and pitfalls of VHS and VCRs in honor of National VCR Day, and the strategy Disney used to make a fortune off the technology.

Nostalgia Tonight with Joe Sibilia | 5-31-2026

Guest: Jeff Bergman, the voice of Bugs Bunny, Fred Flintstone, Yogi Bear, Daffy Duck, Barney Rubble, and many other cartoon favorites

Topic: Inheriting the role of Mr. Potato Head from Don Rickles for "Toy Story 5"; Meeting Mel Blanc as a student at the University of Pittsburgh; HIs friendship with Noel Blanc; Mastering the voice of Fred Flintstone; Becoming Barney Rubble; Working with Chuck Jones